CONTROLS

In this episode, we dive into the real transition happening in lighting—moving from simply selling fixtures to delivering full lighting control solutions. We also explore unique challenges in the Canadian market—from 347V systems to code differences—and why standardizing controls design could change everything. Read more

The Current Conditions component increased to 50.0, rising from 44.0 last month and moving to the expansionary threshold. Twenty-seven percent of respondents reported “better” conditions, 27 percent reported “worse,” and 45 percent indicated conditions were unchanged. Compared to the prior month, the distribution of responses suggested improved momentum, with a larger share reporting gains and a smaller share reporting deterioration. Read more

Dallas Market Center has opened attendee registration for the 2026 ArchLIGHT Summit, taking place September 15–16, while also announcing the addition of three prominent industry leaders to the event’s Advisory Board. Together, these updates underscore the continued growth and influence of the annual lighting trade and educational event for the architectural, specification, and design communities. Read more

he National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) today released an updated edition of its landmark A Reliable Grid for an Electric Future study along with a suite of new reports outlining the promise and potential of Grid-Enhancing Technologies (GETs), Behind-the-Meter (BTM) resources, and Demand Response to meet intensifying grid reliability, resilience, and affordability challenges – as well as the policy measures needed to deploy these solutions at scale. Read more

Dallas Market Center announces that the 3rd Annual DALI Summit, hosted by the DALI Alliance, will take place September 16 and 17 alongside ArchLIGHT Summit, the commercial and architectural lighting event held September 15 and 16. Co-locating the DALI Summit with ArchLIGHT Summit allows attendees to explore both advanced lighting control technologies and design-focused programming within a single visit. Read more

Welcome to the 7th annual Featured LEDucation Products from Light Directory!! Please check out some of the products that were featured at the LEDucation show. Use the form at bottom of the page to request additional information about any of the products featured. Read more

Architecture firm billings held steady in March, indicating market stability despite global economic concerns. The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) scored 49.8, reflecting near-equal shares of firms reporting increases and decreases. This marks the closest the index has come to the 50-point growth threshold since early 2023, offering cautious optimism. Read more

The LEDucation Trade Show and Conference, organized by the Designers Lighting Forum of New York (DLFNY), concluded another successful event at the New York Hilton Midtown on April 14–15, 2026. Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, LEDucation welcomed over 10,000 attendees and 565 exhibitors from around the globe, including a strong presence of new exhibitors, reinforcing its position as North America’s largest annual lighting industry gathering. Read more

In this episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast, entrepreneur & engineer Bolis Ibrahim breaks down a massive shift happening in buildings: the move from AC to DC power. Bottom line: We’re potentially witnessing a transformation as big as Tesla vs Edison… again. Read more